Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K
- Date
- August 22, 2026
- Distance
- 5k Run/Walk · Kids FUN Run · 10K & more
From the Organizer
🐾 Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K — Run for the Spirit!
Lace up your sneakers and bring the energy — it’s time to run, cheer, and support the Panther Pride! The Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K is a fun‑filled community race benefiting the TK Stone Middle School cheer team. Whether you're a seasoned runner or just here for the high‑fives and pom‑poms, this event is all about spirit, smiles, and school pride. The Race will take place at Freeman Lake Park on August 22nd, 2026 at 10am.
Join us for a scenic 5K/10K course that welcomes runners, walkers, families, and fans of all ages. Expect cheer stations, Panther‑themed fun, and plenty of navy, gold, and white as we rally together to support our squad.
🎉 Event Highlights:
5K/10K run/walk for all ages and abilities
Cheerleaders lining the course with pom‑poms and Panther pride
Custom race shirts and finisher medals
Awards for top finishers and most spirited outfits
All proceeds go directly to the TK Stone Middle School cheer team
🏆 Awards
Celebrate your Panther Pride! Awards will be presented immediately following the race near the finish line.
Overall Awards
Top Male and Female finishers
Age Group Awards
1st place in each age group: 10 & under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60+
Special Spirit Awards
Best Cheer Spirit Outfit — show your pom‑pom pride!
Best Panther Pride Team — for groups running in coordinated gear
Top Fundraising Team — supporting the TK Stone Cheer Team
Let’s show up big for the Panthers — every step you take helps our cheerleaders shine brighter!
Guaranteed T-shirt cut off is July 22nd don't miss out!!
📣 Register now and run with spirit!
Distances & Pricing
Race Location
About This Sport
From Endurance Grid's Founder
Endurance Grid is here to help you understand the sport, decide if it's the right fit, and learn how to prepare. For course distances, logistics, and race-day specifics, always defer to the race organizer's event page.
The 10K is the distance where running stops feeling like a starting point and starts feeling like a sport. Long enough to require a real training block. Short enough that race day is fully manageable for a first-timer who's put in the work.
Race day energy at a 10K is community at its best — strangers cheering you by name, people moving toward the same goal, an atmosphere that solo training can't replicate. It's fast enough that you'll spend the whole race pushing rather than managing your effort.
This is also the distance that builds the base for everything else. Most athletes who go on to run half marathons, do triathlons, or compete in HYROX started here. What you need: running shoes fitted to your stride, a training plan, and the race on your calendar. The registration is what makes the deadline real.
How long to train: 4–8 weeks for most fitness levels.
Running
From 5K to marathon, running races are the most accessible entry point into endurance sport. There's a distance for every fitness level and a community at every start line.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
- What is the Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K?
- Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K is a running event held in Elizabethtown, KY. Learn more about the different endurance sports here.
- When and where is the Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K?
- Saturday, August 22, 2026 in Elizabethtown, KY at 140 Freeman Lake Park Rd, Elizabethtown, KY. Check the official event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
- How do I register for the Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K?
- Registration is handled through their official registration page. Confirm pricing, distances available, and sign up there.
Paws & Pom‑Poms 5K/10K
Aug 22, 2026